2003 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
